What is the appropriate compression rate for a child during CPR?

The appropriate compression rate for a child during CPR is between 100 and 120 per minute. This rate aligns with current American Heart Association (AHA) guidelines, which emphasize the importance of high-quality chest compressions to increase the chances of survival. Maintaining a rate within this range helps ensure adequate blood flow to the vital organs, especially the brain and heart, during cardiac arrest.

Compressing at this rate also allows for a balance between sufficient depth and frequency of compressions, which is critical in effectively promoting circulation. It's essential to provide compressions that are not only at the correct rate but also at the proper depth and with complete chest recoil to maximize the effectiveness of CPR during an emergency situation.